Magic Valley Region
Mule Deer
Overview Summary and Rationale
Eliminate antlerless hunting and reduce antlered tags by nearly 40% in Unit 54 based on recent aerial survey results. The 2023 population estimate of 8,342 deer was 30% lower than the 2017 estimate. Nearly all of the observed decline occurred in Unit 54 which was anticipated given recent wildfire activity (>175,000 acres).
2023 Controlled Hunts Archery Only Deer – Archery Permit Required | |||||
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Hunt No. | Controlled Hunt Areas | Tags | Season Dates | Notes | Proposed Change(s) |
1082 | 54 | Unlimited | Aug 30 – Sep 30 |
Nonresident tag limit is 59 tags | Eliminate antlerless hunting |
Deer Controlled Hunt Area Descriptions
Hunt Area 54 — All of Unit 54.
Activities
Hunting
Species
Mule Deer
GMU
GMU: 54
Tag Category
Controlled Hunt